Operating Theatre Technician — Australian Capital Territory Nomination

Operating Theatre Technician in Australian Capital Territory — nomination overview

Operating Theatre Technician (ANZSCO 311214) appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL) and is eligible for state nomination in the Australian Capital Territory under the ACT Skilled Migration Program. The ACT employs operating theatre technicians in surgical suites at Canberra Hospital, The Canberra Private Hospital, and specialist day surgery centres in the ACT region. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once the ACT opens invitations for this occupation. Skills assessment confirming qualifications and hands-on competence in operating theatre support, sterile services, and surgical assistance is required from an appropriate healthcare assessing body. Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through an approved test and satisfy health and character requirements. The only nomination pathway is the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa, a provisional visa requiring three years of regional residence and employment at or above the income threshold before transitioning to permanent residence through the Subclass 191 visa. Subclass 190 nomination is not available for ROL-only occupations. A successful nomination adds fifteen points to the applicant's points test score. Processing in the ACT typically takes a few weeks to two months, and visa fees are payable to the Department of Home Affairs. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

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